Dolph

Pronunciation: [ d-OHLF ]

Dolph is a boy baby name. Ranked #19,731 in the US, popular nicknames include Dol, Doy, and Dolie.

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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Dolph is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced d-OHLF.

Parents who love the name Dolph often also consider Doris, Malvin, Ottie .

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Historical Record

Dolph first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.

Over 162 babies have been named Dolph in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Dolph is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,731 for boy names in the US .

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#19,731
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#19,731
Total SSA Count
6

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Dol Doy Dolie

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Doris Boy Greek Malvin Boy Scottish Gaelic Ottie Boy Old High German Rob Boy Germanic Cline Boy Old German Sadie Boy Hebrew (Sarah) Mackie Boy Scottish Gaelic Rudolf Boy Old High German (Hrodulf: hrod + wolf)

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"wealth, fortune, prosperity"

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"bright fame"

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"slope, hillside"

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"princess, noblewoman"

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dolph

Is Dolph a boy or girl name?
Dolph is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Dolph?
Dolph is pronounced d-OHLF.
How popular is the name Dolph?
Dolph is currently ranked #19731 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Dolph?
Common nicknames for Dolph include Dol, Doy, and Dolie.
Is Dolph a common or rare name?
Dolph is an uncommon name, ranked #19731 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Dolph?
Dolph pairs well with Doris, Malvin, Ottie, Rob in style and sound.

About the Name Dolph

Dolph is a boy name .

Dolph is currently ranked #19,731 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Dolph include Dol, Doy, and Dolie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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